Antique ceramic pharmaceutical jar from the Pharmacie Centrale de France, originally containing gentian extract. A herbal preparation formerly used in traditional pharmacy, notably as a bitter tonic and digestive stimulant. Beautiful original label from the Pharmacie Centrale des Pharmaciens / Droguerie Centrale de France, with the address "21 rue des Nonnains d’Hyères - Paris" and preparation indication "10 gr. extract / 990 gr. sugar syrup".
✦ Estimated period: Early 20th century ✦ Origin: Paris, France ✦ Dimensions: approx. 5.5 × 4 cm ✦ Material: Ceramic, paper ✦ Condition: Good overall condition, signs of use and wear consistent with age, glaze crazing.
Antique apothecary jar from the Pharmacie Centrale de France, an authentic dispensary piece ideal for an antique pharmacy collection, medical curiosity cabinet, or scientific decoration.
